Wheelchair Van Seating Options

If you prefer to sit in the front of the vehicle but will not be driving, a removable front passenger seat could be a sensible choice. The front passenger seat can simply be slid out of its position, making room for your wheelchair to be secured in its place. Keep in mind, most states have regulations for children in wheelchairs regarding where they can be positioned in the vehicle. Much of the time to be seated in the front, the child must weigh at least 50 pounds and be capable of withstanding the force of the front passenger airbag if it were to deploy. 

Removable front passenger seats require a side entry wheelchair ramp. At Freedom Motors USA, we carry a wide inventory of side entry vehicles for sale, including vans like the Toyota Sienna, SUVs like the Chevrolet Traverse, and even pickup trucks!

Once situated in the driver-side or front passenger seat, a common difficulty is turning to face forward. This is where a swivel seat for a car can be helpful. Swivel seats are made of two thin layers that are joined by a swivel, allowing the passenger to easily turn themself from the side to face the front after being seated.

Jump Seat

Among handicap assistive devices for rear entry vehicles, jump seats are common. They’re ideal for Orlando, FL and New York, NY families who need to accommodate a wheelchair, but also have a need for standard seating options in the rear of the vehicle. Jump seats act as regular seating when you need it, but can be quickly folded up or down to reveal a large, open area that is ideal for securing a wheelchair. Both single and double jump seats are available, as well as fold-out versions that allow the entire rear seating section to be folded up against the vehicle’s side.